Tractor Trailer Driver

Herc Rentals; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

Herc Rentals is seeking a Tractor Trailer Driver in Fort Wayne, Indiana. You will transport, deliver, and retrieve assorted construction equipment while upholding safety, efficiency, and professional customer service standards.

The role requires a CDL Class A with tanker endorsement, Hazmat endorsement within 120 days, and a valid medical card. Pay ranges from $30 to $35 per hour with comprehensive benefits and company support.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years tractor trailer driving experience in last 3 years.
• CDL Class A with tanker endorsement.
• Current medical card.
• Hazmat endorsement required within 120 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Transport, deliver and retrieve construction and heavy equipment.
• Operate commercial or non-commercial vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Provide professional customer service and maintain a professional appearance.
• Perform vehicle inspections before and after deliveries.
• Maintain delivery documents for inspections by management or state officers.
• Demonstrate safe driving in various locations and conditions.
• Secure equipment using chaining, strapping, and blocking per DOT policies.
• Communicate delivery schedules with Branch Manager/Dispatch.
• Observe safety rules at customer sites and facilities.
• Answer customer questions on safe operation of vehicles and equipment.
• Report any damage to Herc Rentals property during pickups.
• Report accidents involving driver or equipment to Branch Manager/Dispatch.
• Log delays due to breakdowns, weather, traffic, etc.
• Stay flexible to meet customer demands and maintain daily paperwork.

Skills

Operate large machinery

Secure loads safely

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2025 total revenues reaching approximately $4.4 billion. Herc Rentals’ parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol “HRI.” Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 607 locations and has about 10,000 employees in North America as of June 30, 2026.

Job Purpose

The purpose of the Tractor Trailer Driver position is to transport, deliver, and retrieve assorted construction and heavy equipment while supporting branch operations in a professional, safe, and timely manner. This position operates both commercial and non‑commercial vehicles safely and efficiently. Tractor Trailer Drivers perform to a high standard of quality within the branch and in the field and demonstrate mastery of operating standards at the facility, regional, and corporate levels.

What you will do...

• Transport, deliver and retrieve assorted construction and heavy equipment
• Operate commercial or non-commercial vehicles in a safe, efficient and professional manner
• Promote professionalism and excellent customer service attitude
• Perform vehicle inspections before and after pickups and deliveries
• Ensure all delivery documents are properly maintained during the workday and are available for inspection upon request by management and/or state traffic safety officers
• Apply knowledge of driving and/or commercial driving skills in maneuvering at various speeds in difficult locations, heavy traffic, inclement weather, mountainous terrain or tight loading dock areas
• Secure construction equipment and other equipment by means of chaining, strapping, and blocking under the strict accordance and established procedures of the DOT policies
• Maintain open communication with Branch Manager and/or central dispatch for delivery schedules
• Observe safety rules and regulations at customer job sites, facilities and other Herc Rentals related facilities
• Provide training assistance for customers by answering general questions regarding the safe operations of vehicles, tools, or machinery when asked by customer
• Report to the branch manager or central dispatcher of any damage to Herc Rentals property that is uncovered by the driver during the process of picking up the equipment from the customer
• Report any and all accidents involving the driver or equipment to Branch Manager or Central Dispatch
• Promptly report any delays due to breakdowns, weather, traffic conditions, or any other problems relating to timely pickups or delivery of equipment
• Maintain flexibility in daily routine in order to respond to Management’s responses to the customer demands
• Ensure proper paperwork & logs are maintained accurately on a daily basis

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of tractor trailer driving experience within the last three years
• Commercial Driver’s License, Class A, with tanker endorsement
• Current medical card
• Hazmat endorsement must be obtained within 120 days of employment. Assistance will be provided.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs

Skills

• Ability to operate large, heavy machinery
• Ability to secure loads safely

Pay Range:$30-$35 per hour

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.

Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.

Keeping you healthy

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flex spending and health savings accounts

Virtual Health Visits

24 Hour Nurse Line

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Life & Work Harmony

Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)

Paid parental leave.

Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

Protecting You & Your Family

Company Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Company Paid Disability Insurance

Supplemental Disability Insurance

Group Legal Plan

Critical Illness Insurance

Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.